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Is It a Cold or the Flu?

Both the common cold and the flu are viral illnesses that affect the upper respiratory tract. Both enter the body through the mucous membranes of the nose, mouth and eyes. And both make you feel sick. So what is the difference?

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Is it a Cold or the Flu?

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